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Suzanne555
Suzanne555
24 October 2021

Inground pool level

Inground pool level

A case of capitalising on the ignorance of a first time pool owner and me thinking that the ‘experts’ will do things properly. They acknowledged it wasn’t set deep…

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Suzanne555
Oct 24, 2021 8:08 am
forrestmount
forrestmount
10 October 2021

Swimming Pool setbacks

Swimming Pool setbacks

I don’t think there will be a hard and fast rule about the distance from the house or boundary for that matter It will depend on the footings and any openings such as…

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forrestmount
Oct 10, 2021 7:16 am
AnnH
AnnH
10 October 2021

Stormwater pipes where I want to build pool

Stormwater pipes where I want to build pool

From recent pool quote conversations, I think not much you can do. Move location of pool, change shape so to avoid pipe work?

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AnnH
Oct 10, 2021 1:16 am
pbaral82
pbaral82
11 September 2021

Swim Spa - worth getting?

Swim Spa - worth getting?

Hello there! I see that this is an old forum post, but I wanted to chime in on the discussion. If you're still considering getting an above-ground swim spa, I think it's…

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pbaral82
Sep 11, 2021 9:41 am
TuffNutt
TuffNutt
28 August 2021

Compass Pool vs Narellan Pool

Compass Pool vs Narellan Pool

Did manage to purchase the pool? It seems to be on the higher end of the cost. Wondering why?

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TuffNutt
Aug 28, 2021 10:09 pm

Pool equipment in NCZ! Help!

Pool equipment in NCZ! Help!

Hi, if the NCZ is non-compliant, then a enclosure could be built around it, however it would need to be well designed as under the pool legislation, an enclosure were a…

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The Pool Inspector
Jun 05, 2021 9:34 am
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
24 May 2021

Convert Pool to Water Storage

Convert Pool to Water Storage

You will need a mosquito proof cover plus ventilation on the pool.

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SaveH2O
May 24, 2021 10:39 pm
SaveH2O
57Addis
57Addis
18 May 2021

Fiberglass Pool in Perth (WA)

Fiberglass Pool in Perth (WA)

Does anyone have any recent feedback on these companies for WA fibreglass pools? We have received quotes from the following companies and there…

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57Addis
May 18, 2021 9:08 pm
57Addis
57Addis
18 May 2021

Fibreglass pool suppliers in Perth, WA

Fibreglass pool suppliers in Perth, WA

Seeking tips on what to look out for before signing the contract with one of the WA fibreglass pool suppliers! We are first time pool installers looking to install a…

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57Addis
May 18, 2021 8:48 pm
aceben72
aceben72
9 May 2021

Spa Pump Tripping Safety Switch

Spa Pump Tripping Safety Switch

is the best choice for swimming pool renovations, pool landscaping, and concrete pool renovations in…

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aceben72
May 09, 2021 10:24 am
PoolHeat
PoolHeat
24 February 2021

Swimming Pool Heating: Solar, Heat Pump or Gas

Swimming Pool Heating: Solar, Heat Pump or Gas

Hi carmania your post caught my eye because you have got everything worked out (same with aussieta). Working in the industry you see a lot of people who are told a lot of…

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PoolHeat
Feb 24, 2021 1:02 pm
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
21 February 2021

show me your pool, spa etc

show me your pool, spa etc
1, 2, 3, 4

Spa will heat to 40 degrees . Most people run 32-37 Cheers

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wheeliworks
Feb 21, 2021 2:26 pm
wheeliworks
jo-t
jo-t
6 February 2021

Electrical provisions for future pool

Electrical provisions for future pool

We are doing a KDRB and will refurbish our existing pool once we move back. What electrical provisions should we allow for in the new meter box? We will need a new salt…

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jo-t
Feb 06, 2021 5:00 pm
ando_13
ando_13
2 February 2021

Glass Pool Fence help

Glass Pool Fence help

Thanks for the tip; I'll have a look into PVC panel fencing.

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ando_13
Feb 02, 2021 11:43 pm
Graham MG
Graham MG
2 February 2021

RJ Series

RJ Series

Problem with RJ Series Chlorine Unit Draining empty when Idle, also keeps getting air in the unit. on lowest speed on 3 speed pump.

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Graham MG
Feb 02, 2021 4:33 pm
269Stella
269Stella
24 January 2021

Plunge Pool Adelaide

Plunge Pool Adelaide

Yes! Is it through Plungie? I can’t find that much info 😪

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269Stella
Jan 24, 2021 7:58 pm
aussieta
aussieta
11 January 2021

Does a landlord have to resurface an old pool?

Does a landlord have to resurface an old pool?

no a landlord does not have to resurface most likely is not a safety issue i would doubt your water chemistry is fine please list the numbers from a reliable test (note…

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aussieta
Jan 11, 2021 3:24 pm
aussieta
Rudolf N
Rudolf N
14 December 2020

Help choosing a walk-in pool enclosure

Help choosing a walk-in pool enclosure

Thanks, I'll check it up.

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Rudolf N
Dec 14, 2020 12:07 pm
Deena02
Deena02
13 December 2020

Fibreglass Pool Popping

Fibreglass Pool Popping

flooded last night so can get in it as the water is muddy

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Deena02
Dec 13, 2020 6:47 pm
Phil of Sydney
Phil of Sydney
2 December 2020

Pool fills with dirty after heavy rain over multiple days

Pool fills with dirty after heavy rain over multiple days

A lecturer described water a lazy as it takes the easiest path downhill. If the slope is very steep then the water will move quickly downhill. Can you do something to…

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Phil of Sydney
Dec 02, 2020 7:37 am

Wanting to clean the pool with our sand filter but not sure which way to face it. It says arrow to pool to filter from main drain Is the filter considered as the main drain?

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Pink Flamingo
Nov 30, 2020 6:22 pm
building-expert
building-expert
29 November 2020

General advice for a new pool - what do I need to know?

General advice for a new pool - what do I need to know?

The most important thing to know is that swimming pools are children's drowning risk, even when well designed, well protected and well maintained, more so when not. As pre…

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building-expert
Nov 29, 2020 10:23 pm
building-expert
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
29 November 2020

Accessing Back Yard for Pool

Accessing Back Yard for Pool

A pool almost any where is possible , just he cost increases with level of difficulty What width is the access available .? What is the distance from where a crane can…

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wheeliworks
Nov 29, 2020 6:41 pm
wheeliworks
SaveH2O
SaveH2O
22 November 2020

Out door pool issues - leak

Out door pool issues - leak

Ok...that makes a difference. Good luck witi it.

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SaveH2O
Nov 22, 2020 1:30 pm
SaveH2O
jemmym
jemmym
18 November 2020

Pool near a revetment wall

Pool near a revetment wall

Hi, If you are looking for Pool Excavation in Geelong we offer a vast range of…

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jemmym
Nov 18, 2020 7:08 pm
jemmym
Black
Black
24 October 2020

Polished concrete surrounds for a pool

Polished concrete surrounds for a pool
1, 2

thank you so much for the information

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Black
Oct 24, 2020 12:08 am
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Brett0004
Oct 21, 2020 2:23 pm
alexp79
alexp79
19 October 2020

H2 soil, concrete or fibreglass

H2 soil, concrete or fibreglass

Doesn't really matter. Typical pool weights many many times less than a typical house while covering more or similar area than house footings. kPa load on soil will be…

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alexp79
Oct 19, 2020 12:38 am
The Pool Inspector
The Pool Inspector
15 October 2020

Spa Fence

Spa Fence

Hi Mickib, If your barrier has o comply with the 2012 version of Australian Standard AS1926.1, then the brick pier contains footholds / handholds within the NCZ 2…

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The Pool Inspector
Oct 15, 2020 6:38 pm
aussieta
aussieta
10 October 2020

Pool leaks

Pool leaks

if you dont top it up, what level does it settle at

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aussieta
Oct 10, 2020 8:51 am
aussieta
Mickyb
Mickyb
23 September 2020

Spa fencing

Spa fencing

Hi I'm a new member. Needing advice for spa fencing in Victoria. I have a brick pier near the fence (see pictures) and I need to somehow do a fix to the fence to get it…

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Mickyb
Sep 23, 2020 7:38 pm
Brickface
Brickface
21 September 2020

Access to dig a pool

Access to dig a pool

Works out about the same from the quotes I’ve got. Spend $5k fencing it off and covering throughout the build or $5k for reduced access fee.

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Brickface
Sep 21, 2020 9:48 pm
Brickface
letguy76
letguy76
20 September 2020

Spa Ozonator installation help

Spa Ozonator installation help

Hi there. I recently Purchased a Spa Ozone Generator Aquasun XL-80 - and it has standard 3 wire AMP plug buy my spa is quite old and has the JJ plug. Is this something…

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letguy76
Sep 21, 2020 12:08 am
GLO
GLO
18 September 2020

Pool fencing

Pool fencing

What happened?

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GLO
Sep 18, 2020 8:47 pm
GLO
GLO
18 September 2020

Pool Fencing with Boundary Fence Help

Pool Fencing with Boundary Fence Help

I have a question. Given that pool fencing needs to be 1200mm high with no gaps larger than 100mm but if your pool uses a perimeter fence, that needs to be at least 1800…

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GLO
Sep 18, 2020 8:41 pm
forrestmount
forrestmount
15 September 2020

Spa Jets in pool???

Spa Jets in pool???

We bought a 1880’s house with a late 1980’s pool. It has the mandatory spa built at one end of the pool as was the trend at this time. Pros We have had to do a…

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forrestmount
Sep 15, 2020 8:31 am
dons80
dons80
26 August 2020

LEISURE POOL - MARKS UNDER WATER LINE

LEISURE POOL - MARKS UNDER WATER LINE

I have created a thread for this issue already you can find allot of helpful info here "Fiberglass Pool Bleaching under water line"

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dons80
Aug 26, 2020 6:01 pm
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
9 August 2020

Pool Council Application Process

Pool Council Application Process

I’m sorry . I didn’t realise you are in Qld . I don’t know all current requirements for your state . In nsw we run a pool application side by side with house…

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wheeliworks
Aug 09, 2020 9:31 am
wheeliworks
meminiau
meminiau
7 August 2020

Removal of rust stain

Removal of rust stain

Hi all I've just had concrete laid around my concrete pool, and today I found a small piece of steel reinforcement sitting on the bottom of my pool which has now left a…

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meminiau
Aug 07, 2020 11:17 am
michaelyoni64
michaelyoni64
1 August 2020

Is fence extension legal around the pool?

Is fence extension legal around the pool?

The other suggestion is to call your shire inspector. They are the ones tgat will sign off on everything. If you do it now as its being done may save you heaps of…

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michaelyoni64
Aug 01, 2020 1:19 pm
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
23 July 2020

Pool DIY kits

Pool DIY kits

Franks pools is up your way . Very good to deal with . Cheers

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wheeliworks
Jul 23, 2020 10:50 pm
wheeliworks
GGeorge551
GGeorge551
14 July 2020

Seeking help from Experts

Seeking help from Experts

Hello Guys Hope you are fine in this damn pandemic. (Sorry for my English) I cleaned the algae of my swimming pool with a vacuum cleaner but it is still slippery. A thin…

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GGeorge551
Jul 14, 2020 9:59 pm
GGeorge551
wheeliworks
wheeliworks
20 June 2020

Another pool fence question?

Another pool fence question?

They an be screwed close . If you need a tool to open they will comply and efffectivly just be a window . We have had no problems doing this on 2 occasions

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wheeliworks
Jun 20, 2020 7:44 pm
wheeliworks
GGeorge551
GGeorge551
15 June 2020

Help required re hole in spa pvc piping.

Help required re hole in spa pvc piping.

You may use a drill to make a new hole and plastic glue to fix your first hole.

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GGeorge551
Jun 15, 2020 8:52 pm
GGeorge551
AKB
AKB
11 June 2020

Owner Builder Pool

Owner Builder Pool

Thanks. We used Midland Brick for the fence and just ordinary bricks for the pool itself. Our bricklayer had done pools before so it was more a case of being confident…

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AKB
Jun 11, 2020 12:55 pm
AKB
Katie Christensen
Katie Christensen
10 June 2020

Inground wet edge Infinity pool with Adbri Masonry brick

Inground wet edge Infinity pool with Adbri Masonry brick

Hi looking for all feedback from anyone who has used Adbri Masonry bricks (vs concrete pour), particularly for wet edge construction. They have been most helpful however…

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Katie Christensen
Jun 10, 2020 10:28 pm

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